Sticky keys were introduced by Microsoft in Windows 95 and have been a regular feature of Windows Operating System since then. They are of great help to people who find it hard to press two keys at the same time. Once you enable the sticky keys, you can then press a modifier key (such as Shift, Ctrl, Alt, or the Windows key) and have it remain active until another key is pressed.
How to Enable Sticky Keys
To enable the Sticky keys, just press Shift Keys 5 times in a row and click OK when asked “ Do you want to turn on Sticky Keys “
How to Turn Off Sticky Keys
To Turn off Sticky Keys in XP, Vista and Windows 7 just press both the Shift Keys at the same time.
Can I Turn off Sticky Keys Permanently?
Yes you can turn off Sticky keys permanently as well. Here is a step by step guide.
Windows XP
Step 1: Click Start > Control Panel. Now Double Click Accessibility Options
Step 2: Under Keyboard Tab, Uncheck Use Sticky Keys. Also click Settings button Next to Sticky Keys.
Step 3 : Uncheck the Box next to use shortcut and click OK to save Settings.
Windows Vista and Windows 7
Step1 : Click Start > Control Panel. Now click Ease of Access
Step 2: In the “Ease of Access Window” click “Change how your keyboard works”
Step 3: Under the “Make it Easier” option Click “Set Up Sticky Keys”
Step 4 :In the “Set Up Sticky Keys” menu uncheck the following
1. Turn on Stick Keys &
2. Turn on Sticky Key when SHIFT Key is pressed five times.
Step 5: Click Apply and then OK to save your preferences.
So that’s how you permanently turn off Sticky Keys in Windows